ALL PXT CLASSES MEET OR EXCEED N.F.P.A. STANDARDS ASSOCIATED WITH AUTO/TECHNICAL HEAVY EXTRICATION
Just wanted to say that was by far the best training of any kind I’ve attended. All your guys are solid and top notch instructors. Thank you guys for what you do and extending your knowledge. I will be relaying to my command staff how pivotal this training is for us, as well as giving us invaluable
Mike W., GC2 GMT, CCI Industrial Services
Our Classes
PXT 101 Basic (Academy Level) Extrication Course
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
PXT 101 Basic (Academy Level) Extrication Course
- Operations & Awareness Level
- Duration: 8 Hours
- Note: A cost effective course for departments with a limited training budget.
Basic Fundamentals of Extrication to include terminology, tool knowledge and use through classroom which may include hands-on training as well emphasizing consistent extrication terminology and philosophy.
The Basic Vehicle Extrication course is geared towards people new to the fire as well as those that have extrication experience. The course is a slightly scaled down version of our extremely popular PXT-201 course. The difference being a slightly larger student to instructor ratio as well as PXT using your departments tools, equipment while supplementing with PXT’s as needed. This course has a limited amount of classroom time focusing mainly on hands-on (typical of ALL PXT courses).
PXT 200 Series / Auto Extrication 2 Day
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
PXT 101 Basic (Academy Level) Extrication Course
PXT 201- Basic Auto Extrication Course, Day 1
- Technician Level
- Duration: 8 Hours
- Note: Prerequisite for 300 Series classes
Day one of our most popular 8 hour courses which include a short classroom session followed by an all hands on introduction to modern auto extrication practices using e-Draulic, hydraulic, and hand tools such as First Responder Jack and Ajax Extrication Tomahawk.
PXT 202 - Advanced Extrication Course, Day 2
- Technician Level, Duration: 8 Hours
- Note: Prerequisite for 300 Series classes
Day two of our Advanced Auto Extrication is an all hands on course utilizing air bags, e-Draulic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and hand tools. The focus is on advanced stabilization & lifting to free entrapped victims in simulated accident scenarios.
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
PXT 301- Technical Heavy Extrication Course, 2 Day
- Technician Level
- Duration: 16 Hours
- Note: The 16 hour course requires prior completion of our advanced 200 series extrication training or training from a recognized training provider.
This 16 hour course requires prior completion of our advanced extrication training or training from a recognized training provider as well as an RS-I or equivalent course completion.
Teams of students led by a student team leader will attack and mitigate complex and heavy extrication scenarios. This scenario based course is designed for advanced students and will challenge them with problems that are difficult to replicate at their home training facilities. Students can expect to see scenarios involving large mass transit vehicles, cable guard rail systems, vehicles on sloping terrain, vehicles into collapsed structures, collapsed freeway props, vehicles wrapped around poles, and machinery entrapment.
PXT 400 Series Hybrid Safety for First Responders
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
PXT 300 Series / Technical Heavy Extrication 2 Day
- Technician Level
- Duration: 3-6 Hours
Due to the ever-changing technologies in the automotive field, Hybrids and alternative fuel vehicles have become common place on our roads. These pose new risks and require new approach procedures for Firefighters and first responders. To respond to this need, PXT now offers PXT401. PXT has designed a Hybrid response guide (HRG) and an in-depth training course to provide Firefighters and first responders with the up-to-date information they need to safely work with all types of vehicle incidents.
The up-to-date training course provided by PXT offers an on-site Hybrid/New Technology course geared toward first responders / firefighters.
Course Outline
- What is a Hybrid?
- Hybrid Types
- Voltage Hazards
- Parts Locations
- Power Down Procedures
- Fire Procedures
- Submersion Procedures
- Hybrid Myths
- Airbags / SRS
- Alternative Fuels / New Technology
- Future of Hybrids
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
- Technician Level
- Duration: 4-8 Hours
This course covers Command and Control aspects of the overall scene and extrication. Its practical application is designed for firefighters to battalion chiefs. Course also covers interior stabilization as well as patient care and removal.
PXT 601 Hand Tools Only Auto Extrication
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
PXT 500 Series- Command & Control of a Motor Vehicle Accident
PXT 601 (4) Hour Course:
This course is our FDIC format with an introduction to “Hand Tools Only” Auto Extrication Course. The students will learn the art of extrication using only hand tools with heavy emphasis on The First Responder Jack, Reciprocating Saws, Air Chisels and other basic hand tools. Here the students will cover the basics listed above as well as advanced techniques in auto extrication in the following categories: Advanced Stabilization using simple Hand Tools, Advanced Cribbing Techniques, Patient Removal, Car on its side procedures, Car upside down procedures and several advanced auto extrication techniques.
The course will cover the following using a passenger vehicle on its wheels:
- Scene Size Up
- Safety Considerations
- Extrication Plans
- Egress & Access for rescuers
- Basic Stabilization
- Auto Extrication
Arrive Alive Program
Arrive Alive is a new high school program is now provided in the Puyallup area. This is a blended program- 4 PXT professionals will team up with Central Pierce Fire & Rescue and local law enforcement agencies - we brought the program to 8 of the 10 High Schools in Central Pierce Fire’s district. PXT has been approached by local agencies to include the WA State Patrol for the 2025 season.
Contact us for more information on how we can present to your school.
Equipment
For all classes, PXT can provide all necessary tools and equipment or provide instructors who will utilize your department's / company's tools and equipment.
Contact us for more information & scheduling
PXT takes July & August off to be with our families. We are currently booking Fall & Winter classes for this year. Consider using training funds for some great Extrication Training. Contact PXT Lead Instructor Jeff Pugh who will assist you with organizing training for your department as well as mutual aid departments.
Hurry as our training calendar fills quickly!
Contact Lead Instructor Jeff Pugh to schedule: Jeff@ThePXTeam.org 253-381-0213
December 15-17 201/202/401
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